Physical Therapist Aides pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for physical therapist aides is $17.08 an hour ($35,520 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($35,240). Pennsylvania ranks 17th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.62 | $24,180 |
| 25% of workers | $11.62 | $24,180 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.08 | $35,520 |
| 75% of workers | $18.86 | $39,230 |
| 90% of workers | $20.72 | $43,100 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | $38,740 | 180 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $37,250 | 30 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $36,070 | 60 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $32,240 | 990 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $31,840 | 50 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapist aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $44,590 |
| Medical Assistants | $43,920 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,930 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,440 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,490 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,580 |
| Massage Therapists | $58,300 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,590 |
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